Programme Coordinator

Position Title: Programme Coordinator

Duty Station: Geneva, Switzerland

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P3

Type of Appointment: Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 03 July 2023

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.

For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Dominica; Fiji; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kingdom of Eswatini; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Seychelles; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Timor-Leste; Tonga; Tuvalu; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:

IOM’s Protection Division (PXD), aims to contribute to promoting and upholding the rights of migrants including displaced persons and their communities, reducing protection risks and supporting Governments to manage migration by implementing preventive, responsive, remedial and standard-setting actions. These actions are implemented through the 6 Protection operational pillars – thematic guidance, direct assistance, convening and dialogue, advocacy and communication, training and capacity building and data, research, and learning, while adhering to the division’s core commitments of protection mainstreaming, accountability and inclusion, sustainability and systemic change and partnership and coordination. The Protection Division (PXD) oversees the development of policy and technical guidance in these areas, provides programmatic support to IOM missions, and implements protection and assistance programmes of global relevance.

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Manager and in close coordination with and the Head of the Protection Division and Head of Core Protection Unit at IOM Headquarters (HQs), the Programme Coordinator will be responsible for the management, coordination and implementation of global Protection programmes and activities mainly focused on the ‘Cooperation on Migration and Partnerships to Achieve Sustainable Solutions (COMPASS) programme aimed to ensure migrants of all gender and diversity groups have access to protection-sensitive pathways and are empowered to contribute to sustainable development outcomes in their communities.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Oversee and ensure the implementation of the COMPASS programme, including backstopping the technical, financial, and operational aspects, providing advice, and ensuring alignment with global practices.
2. Contribute to strategic planning exercises related to COMPASS and advise on country-level strategic planning in collaboration with the relevant PXD units and Regional Thematic Specialists (RTSs).
3. Establish and strengthen working relationships with the Country and Regional Offices, as well as key stakeholders, for the development and promotion of promising practices and new protection programmes.
4. Promote programmatic synergies with other initiatives within the Protection Division and provide support to the Division’s activities where relevant.
5. Participate in core programme governance team meetings to support overall programme coherence, and synergies with other regions and donor funded programmes and ensure proper documentation and follow-up where relevant.
6. Ensure effective liaison and maintain good communication with regional partners and other stakeholders, including mobilizing co-financing with partners and potential donors.
7. Contribute to ensuring that COMPASS and other actions support cross-regional efforts to harmonize thematic approaches for the provision of migrant protection services.
8. Plan, organize and represent IOM (COMPASS) in meetings, regional workshops, and other inter-country activities.
9. Maintain oversight over project deadlines, financial and narrative reporting requirements in accordance with IOM Rules and Regulations and donor requirements, including the completion of flexibility pro-forma.
10. Coordinate and review country offices’ reports to ensure timely and quality project progress and implementation reports for submission to donors (in accordance with IOM and donor reporting procedures).
11. Stay abreast with the latest policies and trends on migration issues in close coordination with IOMs relevant departments at ROs and HQ.
12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in political or social Science, Migration Studies, International Relations or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in complex programme development, management, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of migration-related projects, experience (3-5 years) in managing multi-country and/or regional projects;
• Specific experience working within the protection sector including in conducting complex case-management, reintegration processes in the context of return, and related challenges and opportunities;
• Strong experience in coordination, communicating and liaising with governmental authorities, UN, international and national NGOs and other national/international institutions;
• Work experience and/or sound knowledge of migration-related issues in the Middle East &North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa & African regions is an asset.

Skills

• Excellent knowledge of technical cooperation principles, concepts and techniques;
• Good knowledge of financial and administrative management;
• Effective resource management and mobilization skills;
• Excellent writing, communication, and negotiation skills;
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French and/or Arabic is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies:

Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.